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Simon

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Take advantage of the many local tavernas serving tasty original Greek food. Explore the numerous archaeological sites of antiquity,original fishing villages or mountain tracks.

Our villas are furnished to the highest standard and include everything to make your stay comfortable. Nestled in our olive grove with nothing to disturb the peace apart from morning bird song and mid day cicadas. Ideally located to explore the various local attractions, the area has something for all ages to enjoy.

Relax and unwind: Relax and unwind from the stresses of modern living in a hammock or around the pool. Take a stroll along the seashore, through the charming town or into the stunning surrounding countryside. Swim or windsurf in the safe clean sea and sunbathe on some of the countries finest sandy beaches only 800m away. go fishing or take a boat trip to the nearby island of Sapienza .Whatever you choose to do we are sure you will find this a destination to wish to revisit time again.

Explore: Explore the many local attractions, including Olympia ( original site of the Olympics) Ancient Messene and Nestors Palace. Also the impressive castles of Methoni, Koroni and Pylos.

Visit Voidakilla a nature/bird reserve and unspoilt lagoon/bay of outstanding natural beauty. Koroni, Pylos and Finikounda original Greek towns of charm and beauty nearby. Kalamta a bustling cosmopolitan town with its many piazzas, bars, cafes and chic shops/boutiques. Visit the area of the Mani a breathtaking rugged landscape with delightful Kardimylli or resort of Stoupa.

Watersports and horse riding : Enjoy a day on the sea, viewing Methoni and Finikounda from another perspective. Explore the hidden coves and offshore islands' beaches. There are various spots along the extensive coastline for water sports activities.

Fishing is a popular past time and many shops have tackle and bait.

Windsurf equipment is available for hire and tuition is also available for catamaran sailing and kayaks.

Also locally why not spend some time horse riding through olive, lemon and orange groves, riding through the countryside, villages or along the beach on a guided trek.

The South Western Peloponnese has a great all year climate for holidays. A warm Spring from March/April with carpets of wild flowers. A summer with refreshing mild sea breezes to take the edge off the summer sun. Comfortable long lasting Autumns great for walking from mid September through to late November.

An area of diversity and natural beauty for all ages to enjoy.

We welcome you with a hamper of our organic produce including our extra virgin olive oil, olives, our fresh free range eggs ( which children are welcome to collect), home baked bread, jam, cooled mineral water and a cold beer. Our 2 acre site ( 8000m2) incorporates various aspects of eco and agritourism. We rear chickens, for their delicious free range organic eggs and have a developing organic vegetable and fruit garden using permaculture methods. All our seasonal produce is provided in the welcome pack to sample.

Our produce of seasonal vegetables, olive oil, olives, marmalade and fresh eggs are available on request as is a Mediterranean style evening meal served around the pool.

To aid in finding the balance between, relaxing in the house or around the grounds and pool, and exploring the attractions of the local area, we provide our personal guide booklet. With recommendations to: sites of interest, beaches and places of natural wonder to visit, local walks, and tavernas offering a traditional and authentic Greek menu.

For out of season travelers (October to April) we offer a place of respite and peace. Spend some quality self-time, take stock, reassess or plan a new direction. Seabreeze is a great place to retreat and explore your inner qualities.

Ideal for writers and artists, those on a sabbatical or anyone just wanting some quiet time.

Please enquire for off season , reduced rates for longer stays or retreats.seabreezegr.com

Details for Apartment Shani 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom

A spacious ground floor villa apartment that sleeps up to 2 adults and 3 children located in peaceful olive grove. Private garden in fruit orchard, shared swimming pool. Fully equipped with air conditioning. There are stunning views from the patio down to the azure waters of the Mediterranean. Apartment Shani comes furnished /equipped with all mod cons and appliances that you would expect in accommodation of this high standard. The 10 X 4M swimming pool is a 20m stroll through the gardens and has sun loungers and sofas on which to unwind. The shaded breakfast /dining area adjoins and also has fantastic views to amaze. 800m to local sandy beach and 1.5km to Methoni/Finikounda. Stunning sea and mountain views. Various uncrowded , clean, child friendly beaches within easy reach. Whether it be to relax and unwind, explore the numerous archaeological sites of antiquity, discover the original fishing villages or mountain tracks you will be sure to enjoy what the beautiful area has to offer.

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About Simon

We moved to Greece with our 3 kids in 2005. We have built a small tourist accommodation business and our family home, within a 2 acre olive grove facing the sea, to get 'back to our roots'.Living and working closer to the flora and forna of the Mediterranean in a wild and rugged environment, and offering our children an alternative experience. seabreezegr.com

After the adventures, mishaps and wonders of the initial couple of years, we are now settled into our seaside village life.

We take a pride in cultivating and caring for our 200 majestic olive trees. Pruning and shaping the form for optimum health.

The fruits are harvested by the whole family in late November and all the local groves are a whirl of activity. We bag up the olives and take them to the local press where we enjoy the lively banter with the other farmers. The cold press extraction produces a liquid gold extra virgin oil that is second to none!

Simon purchased this apartment in 2004

Why Simon chose Methoni

We have developed a love for this unspoilt corner of Europe and take great pleasure in hosting guests from all over the world. We intend to help facilitate you enjoying a great holiday in this truly wonderful area which has something to offer all ages.We live onsite and are available for any advise or recommendations. It is of the utmost importance that we provide our guests privacy and quiet in a safe and clean environment, so they have the possibility to enjoy a memorable holiday. sebreezegr.com

What makes this apartment unique

All our farming activities from: harvesting, feeding and maintaining our 200 olive trees, vegetable garden and fruit orchards incorporate organic and permaculture methods, helping in maintaing healthy soil and minimize water usage. All garden plants are endemic and selected to have minimal water requirements and are watered using a drip system, again conserving water wherever possible. Our chickens are free range and aid us in sharing the kitchen waste with our compost bin as well as providing enormous tasty eggs. As often as possible we use recycled materials for outside building projects ( greenhouses, pergolas, raised vegetable beds, walls, paths, animal shelters, tree houses etc) often combed from beaches when storms have delivered timbers. We have restored and converted a stone store room to form the master bedroom of one house using local methods, craftsmen and materials. Our swimming pool incorporates the most energy efficient filter system and liner. Thus enabling us to keep her filled with water even in winter and only having to refresh the water by a third instead of 100% every spring.

Reviews

5

based on 8 traveller reviews

Idyllic stay

5
of 5

The property was exactly as stated in the advertisement. The location necessitated our own transport - but this would have been vital in any case to explore the region. The facilities were useful - especially the pool!

The apartment was well-maintained and clean. Simon and Eadie were most friendly and helpful and their recommendations on the locality and the region helped us have a memorable stay.

We liked the town of Methoni for its restaurants and its genuine Greek ambience. Day-trips to waterfalls and archeological sites were also very enjoyable.

We would have no hesitation in recommending the apartment to friends and family.

Wonderful week

5
of 5

We had a wonderful week in apartment Shani. A perfect holiday. It has all you need to be extremely comfortable and so much more that we found it difficult to stir ourselves from the views and lovely pool to explore the local area. There's plenty to do and see around and about and people are very friendly in the villages and towns. It really deserves a far longer visit.

Our hosts were very knowledgeable, friendly and great company when we sought them out but totally non-intrusive. They cooked us a wonderful meal which we would highly recommend. We were encouraged to enjoy the fruit on the trees and can also recommend the homemade olive oil. This place was a treasure of a find and we would love to return one day.

Review Submitted: Dec 8, 2012

Date of Stay: Aug 2012

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: wow.. thanks so much for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure meeting you both and we are so glad you enjoyed your holiday and we were able to contribute in some positive way. wishing you all the best and look forward to seeing you again, Simon and Idit xx

Geat view

5
of 5

Stay June 2011, Great veiws from the property, Set in a olive grove. Very friendly hosts. The apartment is large and well equiped with an excellent pool and surrounding area. The local area is has lots of intresting places to visit and there are not many British tourist around, so you get a taste of the real Greece.

Review Submitted: Jun 19, 2011

Date of Stay: May 2011

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Hi David and Heather and thank you for your review. I am glad you enjoyed your holiday in Apartment Shani and discovered what the area has to offer. All the best Simon and Idit.

Apartment Shani

5
of 5

Very friendly owner family and pieceful location. Lots of beautiful beaches suitable for small kids nearby. Car is essential. Nice small appartment without luxory, but all we needed for cooking, sleeping etc. Pool area was very nice and clean. Small fauna (mosquitos, worms, spiders etc.) was around and everywhere, but not more than you can expect at countryside normally. Dining area outside the apartment was very nice and provided shade. We ate always outside and enjoyd a lot surrounding well-cared garden, privacy and view to olive trees and sea. Thank you very much for the little extras!

Review Submitted: Jun 7, 2010

Date of Stay: May 2010

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Hi Jan and family. thanks for your kind words. Glad you all enjoyed the area and hope to see you again, warm regards simon and family

spacious apartment and what a view!

5
of 5

Dear Simon and Idit, thanks for the help in facilitating such an enjoyable holiday.

You have a lovely spacious apartment and we were very comfortable. We have fond memories of the beautiful area and found it has so much to offer for the independant traveller, i hope it stays unspoilt for years to come, we will definately re visit you soon. Thanks again Regards Edith.

Map

Nearest Airport

40
Kilometres

Kalamata

Nearest Barpub

1
Kilometres

Nearest Ferry

40
Kilometres

Kalamata

Nearest Train

40
Kilometres

Kalamata

Nearest Restaurant

2
Kilometres

Nearest Beach

800
Metres

Car: recommended

Methoni in the Messinia region of the South West Peloponnese is a charming unspoilt seaside village offering a 'Real Greek' experience. Only 45 minutes from local airport (Kalamata). It has an impressive castle to explore and some of the countries finest, uncrowded, child friendly sandy beaches with crystal clear sea. Many tasty local tavenas with a friendly and welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Pylos (10min), Koroni (20min) and Finikounda(5min) are picturesque Greek fishing villages. The area is abound in olive,orange, lemon and fig trees with a green, lush landscape with beautiful scenery, against the backdrop of the hills, mountains and sea. Voidakilla a stunning lagoon/bay and nature reserve/bird watching only 20min away. Methoni is ideally located to explore the many sites of antiquity in the area or enjoy a walk in nature. There is something for all the family to enjoy.The accommodation is situated in a our olive grove with nothing to disturb the peace and tranquility.